Nigerian-born Damian Iwueke has announced his candidacy for the June 12 European parliament elections making him the only non-native Maltese to contest so far. Well-known as an agent of Nigerian footballers playing in the Maltese league, as well as in business and academic circles, the 45-year-old said he wanted to represent minority groups and all those who are "fed up with the wheeling and dealing of politicians in Malta". Mr Iwueke's main slogan is "Why not?" He said that if someone asks "Why vote for Damian?" the answer should be "Why not?"